It is not just about whether the individual succeeded in his project (e.g., Saccheri), but whether the project had low opportunity cost. (In other words, whether he could have more wisely chosen a different project – cf: “There is nothing of greater importance than the early instruction of youth.” – Peter Stuyvesant, & cf: “All great men neglect their families.”)
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